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James, Nurse Dispute Breen’s Report on Embiid
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Mike Breen reported that LeBron James confronted Joel Embiid for arriving late to a 76ers practice, but James denied the account, saying Embiid had not been late. Reports from around the team have described Embiid’s camp and offseason positively.
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Groups Sue Over Planned Utah Canyon Highway Blasting
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"It's like constructing a highway through the Louvre Museum," J. Michael Hansen said as groups sued Oct. 6, 2026 over BLM approval to blast 100-foot Gate Canyon cliffs for oil trucks.
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Astros Face Offseason Decisions After Playoff Exit
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After an 81-81 season and a home playoff sweep, the Astros face pressure to overhaul their baseball operations and strengthen a roster weakened by rotation injuries, limited speed and unreliable outfield production; proposed fixes include pursuing a frontline starter and giving a new baseball executive authority over the club’s direction. They must also make key contract calls, including whether to exercise Isaac Paredes’ option and whether to retain reliever Bryan Abreu at a measured price.
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Padres Face Rotation Questions After NLDS Exit
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After their NLDS elimination by Milwaukee, the Padres face an offseason of roster decisions rather than a full rebuild, including whether to retain key pitchers and how to manage injury uncertainty around Joe Musgrove and Yu Darvish. The biggest need is strengthening the starting rotation, while trades that create room for younger players could also reshape the roster.
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EPA Shelves Biden’s Chemical Spill Rule Until 2030 And Strips Its Climate Mandates
Simon August · 6 min · 8h
Ahmad Hardy remains sidelined for Texas A&M
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Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy remains sidelined while recovering from an offseason gunshot wound, and coach Eli Drinkwitz gave no return timeline ahead of the Texas A&M game. Jamal Roberts has stepped up in Hardy’s absence, while several Missouri defenders are also questionable with injuries.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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New Jersey Lottery Launches Bon Jovi Scratch-Offs
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Jon Bon Jovi and New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill launched the $5 “Jersey Legend” scratch-off tickets at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank. Bon Jovi said he will donate his fee to the JBJ Soul Foundation to help fund a new community kitchen in Monmouth County.
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Descartes Introduces AI Agent Control Plane
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Descartes Systems Group introduced an Agent Control Plane built on its Global Logistics Network to coordinate AI agents across supply-chain applications and trading partners, aiming to automate multistep workflows and reduce manual handoffs while enforcing customer-set guardrails, approvals and human oversight. A forum demonstration showed agents handling tasks across multiple companies and products but escalating consequential compliance and transportation decisions to people.
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Judge Hears Bid to Dismiss Lewiston Shooting Lawsuit
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A federal judge in Maine heard arguments over the government’s bid to dismiss a lawsuit by Lewiston shooting survivors and victims’ families, who say the Army failed to act on warnings about Robert Card’s mental health and access to firearms before he killed 18 people in 2023. The Justice Department argues the Army’s decisions were protected judgment calls; plaintiffs say the case should proceed so they can investigate whether required policies were ignored.
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CFL Week 19 Set to Begin Friday With Two Games
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Saskatchewan sports teams face a busy stretch: the Roughriders visit Montreal on Monday, the Saskatoon Hilltops open the Prairie Football Conference playoffs against Edmonton on Sunday, and the Huskies host Manitoba on Oct. 16. In the WHL, the Saskatoon Blades host Moose Jaw and the Prince Albert Raiders visit Regina on Friday.
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Meltdowns mean a disconnected brain you can help wire
Parents and caregivers who meet tantrums with logic alone get a brain-based reason to connect first and turn everyday upsets into integration practice.
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Stockton University Plans 21 Layoffs, Unions Protest
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Stockton University plans to cut 14 faculty and seven professional staff positions at the end of the academic year to address a budget deficit, citing financial pressures that include declining enrollment. Unions are protesting the layoffs and demanding more transparency, while demonstrators also raised concerns about academic freedom and the administration’s response to genocide.
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Trump Plans Nadella Award Amid Microsoft Visa Suspension
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Trump set Oct. 8, 2026 White House medals for Nadella and five tech leaders as Vance suspended Microsoft from the H-1B green card program, citing 6,000 U.S. layoffs.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Mike Rogers Changes Tune On Trump’s Tariffs As Election Approaches
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Republican Michigan Senate nominee Mike Rogers changed his stance Wednesday on President Donald Trump's tariff policy weeks before the election.
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US Jobless Claims Fall Fifth Straight Week
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U.S. initial jobless claims fell by 2,000 to 197,000 last week, below forecasts and marking a fifth consecutive weekly decline. The figures point to persistently low layoffs and a tight, low-hire, low-fire labor market, though continuing claims rose, suggesting some unemployed workers may be taking longer to find jobs.
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Priya Raman
A low hire low fire setup keeps unemployment numbers steady but it also limits opportunities for people trying to switch jobs.
White Sox Near ALCS After Historic Turnaround
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The Astros’ latest postseason collapse has renewed calls to fix their October struggles, while the high-spending Mets also endured a disastrous season and missed the playoffs for a second straight year. In contrast, the White Sox have rebounded from three consecutive 100-loss seasons to take a 2-0 lead over Cleveland in the ALDS and return to the playoffs at home.
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America’s War On Cartels Gets A War On Terror Makeover
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 9h
SEC, ACC announce Oct. 17 game kickoffs
Sports
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The ACC set Florida State’s Oct. 17 rivalry game at No. 4 Miami for 7 p.m. ET on ESPN. Miami is 5-0 and has won the teams’ last two meetings, while Florida State enters at 3-2 after a win over Virginia and visits Louisville before the matchup.
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What were you actually built to do?
Quizie
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Not the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.
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Africa Hotel Pipeline Hits Record 104,444 Rooms
Travel
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Travel developments include Pine Cliffs’ June wellness retreat, Myrtle Beach’s expanded autism-friendly offerings, and a 12% increase in summer flights to Madeira from the UK. Separately, Africa’s hotel pipeline reached a record 577 properties, while Kyoto’s Imperial Hotel named a general manager and joined The Leading Hotels of the World ahead of its 2026 opening.
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Fed's Waller says further hikes likely, pace flexible
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Fed Governor Waller said Thursday more hikes are needed amid Iran-linked energy costs, possible tariffs and AI demand, but pace is flexible and an October hold is possible.
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October 17 College Football Kickoff Times Set
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Oct. 17 college football kickoffs are set: Rutgers visits Maryland at 12:30 p.m. ET, Georgia hosts Auburn at 3:30 p.m. ET, Arkansas visits Vanderbilt at 7 p.m. ET, and Oklahoma hosts Kentucky at 7:30 p.m. ET. Networks are set for Rutgers-Maryland (Big Ten Network), Oklahoma-Kentucky (SEC Network) and Arkansas-Vanderbilt (ESPN2); Georgia-Auburn’s network will be announced later.
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Bucks Fall to Timberwolves 116-97 in Preseason Opener
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The Milwaukee Bucks opened preseason with a 116-97 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, struggling from 3-point range and allowing easy transition baskets. The game was an early test for new coach Taylor Jenkins and a reshaped Bucks roster after an offseason overhaul.
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The Eucharistic Miracle of Chirattakonam
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VDOT Releases Updated Statewide Map for Fall Travel
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Virginia is promoting fall road trips with a newly updated, free state transportation map, available online and at welcome centers and rest areas, as a backup to digital navigation. VDOT also urges motorists to use designated pull-offs for foliage viewing, prepare their vehicles and drive cautiously, with historic sites marking America’s 250th anniversary among seasonal destinations.
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2026-27 SUVs, Minivans Get Head-to-Head Comparisons
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Automotive buying guides compare hybrid and conventional SUVs as well as family minivans, weighing price, efficiency, performance, space and practical features. The comparisons highlight trade-offs including the Sorento PHEV’s stronger ratings versus the Taos, the Cherokee hybrid’s lower fuel use versus the CR-V, the Palisade and Grand Highlander hybrids’ range and powertrain choices, and the Pacifica’s available all-wheel drive and fold-flat seats versus the Odyssey’s lower price and resale strengths.
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Mariners Raleigh, Naylor Undergo Offseason Surgeries
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Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh underwent left shoulder surgery, while first baseman Josh Naylor had right wrist surgery after both struggled at the plate in 2026. The team expects both players to be recovered by spring training.
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Tesla Nearly Quadruples Texas Cybercab Approvals
Tech
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Tesla nearly quadrupled its Texas-authorized Cybercab fleet to 169 in the month after its Austin launch, but riders have reported long waits, incorrect pickups and drop-offs, and door and trunk problems. Scaling the robotaxi service is central to Tesla’s growth strategy as its auto business faces weak sales and competition, while Waymo’s larger expansion underscores the challenge ahead.
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Ohio Truck Plant Layoffs Hit Workers Days Before Trump Rally
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Nearly 1,400 workers lost jobs at a Springfield, Ohio truck plant three days before a Trump rally. A three-time Trump voter called $5,000 checks a bribe and a slap in the face.
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Dana Whitfield
The Navistar closure erasing a year of job growth shows how tough things are getting for workers in Springfield.
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Anthropic’s AI Sent Police A False Report Of A Homicide
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 10h
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